Project Manager - Mechanical Self-perform

Sundt Construction•Tempe, AZ

About The Position

Responsible for providing leadership and management to assigned mechanical self-perform projects in a safe, profitable, and timely manner, while upholding standards of quality and integrity. The Project Manager may participate in marketing, estimating, bidding, and contract negotiations for assigned projects and serves as the champion for project execution through preconstruction, when assigned, and construction. The role has two progression levels. Step I typically handles less complex projects valued at $20 million or less and generally calls for 3 to 5 years of experience in this position. Step II typically handles medium-scale projects valued at $20 million to $50 million and generally calls for 5 to 10 years of experience. This is a safety-sensitive role. The job description may change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Experience in preconstruction and managing construction projects.
A four-year construction-related degree or an equivalent combination of technical training and related experience.
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
Thorough knowledge of contract documents, materials, equipment utilization, scheduling systems, productivity analysis, construction operations, and cash-flow procedures.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hardhat, and a vest.
Ability to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
Ability to reach above shoulder height and below the waist frequently; stoop, kneel, or bend occasionally; and climb stairs or ladders occasionally.
Ability to use hands frequently to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects; lift, push, or pull objects occasionally; and sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the full duration of a shift or workday.
Ability to use a telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.
Ability to interact with people frequently during a shift or workday.

Responsibilities

Champion the timely transition of projects from estimating to the field, including project review meetings covering contract requirements, general conditions, schedules, budgets, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
Complete project close-out requirements and punch lists promptly, and manage warranty callbacks to maintain owner and client relationships.
Coordinate with the Project Superintendent on the means and methods for successful, profitable project execution; review and monitor manpower, equipment, and material resources.
Establish the project charter and comprehensive project management plan, including scope, procurement, environmental, time, financial, quality, safety, and risk management plans; understand and administer change management.
Take overall responsibility for project success, including profitability, safety, schedule, quality, customer satisfaction, and personnel decisions affecting the project; plan, acquire, review, develop, and manage the project.
Manage billings, timely payment applications, owner payment collections, the overall payment process, and compliance with prompt-pay laws for subcontractors to maintain positive cash flow.
Manage development of the overall CPM schedule and coordinate it with the Project Superintendent and the procurement schedule with the Project Engineer; prepare and distribute supporting schedule detail, prevent and document delays or changes, and use the Lean process in scheduling.
Participate in preparing and reviewing estimates, considering cost-control requirements, equipment, constructability, formwork, materials, manpower, general conditions, schedules, and insurance.
Participate in business development for selected projects, including client contacts and relationships, proposals, presentations, and negotiations.
Prevent claims and identify, quantify, mitigate, or resolve potential and actual claims in a timely manner.
Prepare the Monthly Progress Report, including accurate cost projections.
Prepare and execute purchase order agreements and subcontracts promptly, addressing insurance certificates, bonds, and lien waivers.
Understand and administer prime contract terms and conditions, contract documents, subcontract agreements, purchase order agreements, and insurance; oversee budgeting and cost-control processes so the project can be completed within the approved budget.
Review, negotiate, and execute change orders, supplements, and cost-control budget adjustments.